Do What You Love - Love What You Do

Is it always possible to 'do what you love and love what you do'? Perhaps to varying degrees. Changing dynamics like economics, trends, market indicators and societal shifts can so easily trick us into doing things out of necessity. Lets take a moment to allow this admonition to stir up a few ideas that are worth exploring so that we can love whatever we are doing now, and actively plan for more ideal circumstances down the road. That's a win-win!

Let's start with 'do what you love'. This statement suggests that you know what you truly love and perhaps you do. However, what if you don't really know? Some studies reveal that over half of the working population are in careers that they don't necessarily enjoy. They may have fallen into these careers by accident, by referral, by necessity, or because that is just what they've always done. What if you could choose? Would your career be different than what you are doing now? Would you have started a different business or developed a part of your business that you find yourself consistently putting off? Taking the time to explore your personal interests will help you sort through the vast array of options out there, and reveal your genuine passion.

According to CareerInsite, taking time to plan your career isn't only something you do once you have finished your education or attended an employment course, but rather a tool to help you holistically assess life, work and the big decisions that can impact you for years to come. Completing a comprehensive assessment to help you determine your interests, values, traits, and current skill sets can provide you with a composite self-portrait that gives you a deeper understanding of yourself. Armed with this information, you will either validate what you're doing, or reveal an opportunity explore other avenues that are more in alignment with your passions and interests. According to Indeed, it's also helpful to consider the salary potential, working conditions in your chosen vocation, opportunities for growth, and outside influences that may affect your occupational decisions.

Actioning your new found knowledge and understanding of yourself by actively pursuing new opportunities that accentuate your innate strengths and contributions, makes it easy for you to really "love what you do". Do you see yourself in a place of contentment, advancement, and living within your real potential? According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, this is called 'self actualization' and is the pinnacle of realizing and living your best life. It goes without saying that if you truly love what you do, you will be happier, healthier, and will create a positive environment conducive of progress and productivity. This optimum state will powerfully and positively affect your clients, coworkers, and your bottom line.

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 "You've got to keep your eye on the prize and do what you love to do."

Taylor Lautner

Sources: ALIS/Indeed/VeryWellMind